Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed Brazil’s adoption of the electronic air waybill (eAWB) as a milestone in the cargo sector’s modernization, driving greater operational efficiency and cost reduction. Brazil is the first country in the Americas to waive the requirement for a physical air waybill, giving a major boost to digitalization efforts. "The eAWB is a key enabler of much-needed modernization of air cargo processes. As the first adopter of eAWB in the Americas, Brazil is enhancing its competitiveness as a major air cargo player. The success of our work with airlines and the Brazilian authorities is an example for others in the region, and around the world, to follow,” said Brendan Sullivan, IATA Global Head [...]

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) emphasized the vital role of air cargo in maintaining global supply chain resilience and called on governments and industry to remain focused on delivering the fundamental expectations of customers—safety and security, digitalization and sustainability. “Whether supporting global trade, enabling e-commerce, or delivering vital humanitarian aid, the value of air cargo has never been clearer. To meet customer expectations and navigate an increasingly complex environment, the air cargo industry must continuously strengthen safety and security, fast-track digitalization, and deliver on its sustainability commitments,” said Brendan Sullivan, IATA’s Global Head of Cargo at the opening of the 18th World Cargo Symposium (WCS) in Dubai, UAE. Safety: Zero Tolerance for Rogue Shippers Safety is the [...]

Source: ACI-LAC Airports Council International Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) is pleased to announce that Vitória International Airport (Vitória Airport) in Espírito Santo and Macaé Airport (Macaé Airport) in Rio de Janeiro, both operated by Zurich Airport Brazil, have achieved Level 4 of the ACI Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA)certification program. This achievement follows the recent accreditation obtained in February by Florianópolis International Airport (Floripa Airport), also managed by Zurich Airport Brasil, which became the first airport in the country to achieve this level. To obtain Level 4 accreditation, airports must demonstrate a sustained reduction in their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, consolidate the commitment of the various stakeholders operating in the airport environment, and present a long-term carbon management strategy [...]

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched LAR Verify, a digital portal to improve the welfare and safe transport of live animals by air. Using LAR Verify, airlines, shippers and freight forwarders can access accurate operator and destination-specific requirements as defined by the IATA Live Animals Regulations (LAR). The regulations have formed the basis for the worldwide transport of live animals by air for more than 50 years. The new portal offers an automated compliance solution for live animal shipments, streamlining planning, booking, acceptance and handling. IATA data shows that there were close to 200,000 live animal shipments globally in 2024—up 11% since 2019. “The volume of specialized cargo—live animals in particular—continues to grow. To manage this [...]

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the FACE Ambassadors Program, a new initiative under the Future Air Cargo Executives (FACE) Program, aimed at promoting air cargo career opportunities to a broader and younger audience worldwide. The FACE Ambassadors will play a key role in extending the reach of the initiative by: Leading regional and local outreach initiatives, including community engagement and educational partnerships, to expand awareness of air cargo career opportunities Serving as industry advocates by sharing their professional journeys and insights, with the goal of inspiring, mentoring, and guiding the next generation of air cargo professionals Contributing to the development and promotion of FACE Summit content, webinars, and digital outreach, helping shape impactful learning and [...]

Source: ALTA Today, ALTA honor this legacy with an eye toward the future, committed to fostering an increasingly accessible and environmentally responsible industry. On April 8, 1980, twelve airlines gathered in Bogotá to establish what was then known as AITAL, driven by the vision of increasing connectivity across our countries. Today, as the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA), we honor this legacy with an eye toward the future, committed to fostering an increasingly accessible and environmentally responsible aviation. Over these decades, LAC aviation has experienced remarkable growth. Since 1980, the number of passengers carried in Latin America and the Caribbean has increased sevenfold, and the number of direct international routes has more than doubled since the 1990s. Average [...]